Waste Water Engineer at Mombasa Water Supply and Sanitation

Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitoring and guidance on industrial effluent discharge at all Waste water Treatment Plant Wastewater quality control and environmental conservation
• Researching and implementing innovative technologies and processes to minimize pollution, conserve resources, and enhance the overall sustainability of waste water management practices.
• Ensure that the plant and equipment are maintained as per the set schedules/SOPs.
• Champion the drafting of policy of alternative revenue sources from the treatment plants and products and fees.
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness in the waste water treatment plants and their surroundings.
• Record and document all waste water operations meticulously and compile reports as required.
• Ensure all waste generated or separated, both solid and liquid is appropriately handled and disposed in compliance with the relevant standards.
• Ensure all the stations have access controls and are properly and adequately guarded in line with company policy.
• Formulate health and safety standards for each station to be adhered to by the staff and visitor/ customers
• Work in close liaison with Operations Manager - Waste Water to ensure operations in all the stations are efficient and effective
• Monitor raw water sewage quality for appropriate action in case of deviation, this shall be in liaison with the quality assurance officer for identification of culprits especially the trade dis-chargers.
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the head of division/Department

Requirements for appointment

• Be a Kenyan citizen
• Bachelor of science degree in Civil Engineering/Sanitation/Waste Water/Environmental Management or related disciplines from a recognized institution.
• Certificate in Sewerage Engineering or Management from a recognized institution.
• Registered Engineers with IEK/EBK or equivalent professional body; in a good standing.
• At least five (5) years of similar experience, two (2) of which must be at a supervisory level in a busy and dynamic work environment.

Personal Qualities, Skills and Competencies

• Proficiency in waste water treatment processes, including biological , chemical and physical methods.
• Familiarity with regulations governing wastewater management and the ability to ensure compliance.
• Strong engineering skills to design and evaluate waste water infrastructure, such as pipelines, treatment plants , and pumping stations.
• Capability to troubleshoots and address issues related to waste water systems, such as pipelines, treatment plants, and pumping stations.
• Understanding of the environmental impact of waste water management and the ability to implement sustainable and eco-friendly practices.
• Proficient project management skills to plan, execute, and monitor waste water projects including budgeting and resource allocation
• Analytical skills to assess water quality data and make informed decisions to improve treatment processes.
• Effective communication, interpersonal, planning and coordination skills.
• Commitment to safety protocols and the ability to create and enforce safety procedures in a hazardous work environment.
• Flexibility to adapt to evolving waste water technologies and industry best practices.
• Precise attention to detail to ensure accurate designs and data analysis for optimal waste water treatment.
• Familiarity with relevant software and tools for waste water modeling, data analysis and design.
• Preparedness for handling emergencies such as spills or equipment failures to minimize Environmental damage and public health risks.
• High levels of integrity and ethical conduct.